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Byan Yangala loop walk

North Coast

Visitor info

All the practical information you need to know about Byan Yangala loop walk.

Track grading

Grade 3

Learn more about the grading system

Features of this track

Distance

6.5km loop

Time

2 - 3hrs

Quality of markings

Clearly sign posted

Experience required

Some bushwalking experience recommended

Gradient

Short steep hills

Steps

Occasional steps

Quality of path

Formed track, some obstacles

Getting there and parking

Byan Yangala loop walk starts from Rummery Park campground in Whian Whian State Conservation Area.

From the eastern park entrance (via Rosebank):

Take Minyon Drive past Minyon Falls picnic area, over the causeway.
Continue along Minyon Drive until you reach the Peates Mountain Road intersection.
Turn right onto Peates Mountain Road. Rummery Park campground is around 100m to the north.

From the southern park entrance (via Dunoon):

Continue north up Nightcap Range Road to the top of the range.
Turn left onto Peates Mountain Road. Rummery Park campground is around 100m to the north.
The Peates Mountain link to Gibbergunyah Range Road is now closed and is gated at Rummery Park.

Road quality

Some roads in the park are narrow and winding.

Mixture of sealed and unsealed roads

Vehicle access

2WD vehicles

Weather restrictions

All weather

Parking

Parking is available at Rummery Park campground.

Facilities

The toilets, barbecues, picnic tables and carpark are located at Rummery Park campground which is where this walk starts.

Toilets

Non-flush toilets

Picnic tables

Barbecue facilities

Gas/electric barbecues (free)

Carpark

Maps and downloads

Safety messages

There are narrow cliff edges along this walk. Take extra care and watch out for falling tree branches.

Bushwalking safety

If you're keen to head out on a longer walk or a backpack camp, always be prepared. Read these bushwalking safety tips before you set off on a walking adventure in national parks.

Fire safety

During periods of fire weather, the Commissioner of the NSW Rural Fire Service may declare a total fire ban for particular NSW fire areas, or statewide. Learn more about total fire bans and fire safety.

Mobile safety

Dial Triple Zero (000) in an emergency. Download the Emergency Plus app before you visit, it helps emergency services locate you using your smartphone's GPS. Please note there is limited mobile phone reception in this park and you’ll need mobile reception to call Triple Zero (000).

Mobile phone reception is available on some networks at scattered points along the track. There is no reception at Rummery Park campground.

Accessibility

Disability access level - no wheelchair access

Prohibited

Camping

Cycling

There are other cycling options available from Rummery Park campground.

Gathering firewood

Horses

Smoking

NSW national parks are no smoking areas.

Operated by

Alstonville office
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
02 6627 0200
npws.richmondriver@environment.nsw.gov.au
Russelton Industrial Estate, 7 Northcott Crescent, Alstonville NSW 2477

Park info

in Whian Whian State Conservation Area in the North Coast region
Whian Whian State Conservation Area is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather.

in Nightcap National Park in the North Coast region
Nightcap National Park is always open but may have to close at times due to poor weather, fire danger or management operations.